Georgia Permit Practice Test 7 (2026)

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From the official handbook, 2023-2024, Sections 5, 7, 8, 9 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the DDS. Georgia Driver's Manual

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  1. Question 1 of 20

    How much of the lane is a motorcycle allowed?

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    Answer: The full width of the lane

    Do not share a lane with a motorcycle; pass in the adjacent lane.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 43

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  2. Question 2 of 20

    Your car starts to skid. What should you do?

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    Answer: Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid

    Once you regain control, brake lightly and steer to safety.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 38

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  3. Question 3 of 20

    What is the maximum fine for a first Move Over law violation?

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    Answer: $500

    More police officers are killed by traffic crashes than by any other line-of-duty cause.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 18

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  4. Question 4 of 20

    A bicyclist rides in the middle of the lane. Is that legal?

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    Answer: Yes; the law allows bicyclists the full lane

    Yield to a bicyclist as you would to another motorist.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 42

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  5. Question 5 of 20

    Your car is hydroplaning. What should you do?

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    Answer: Take your foot off the accelerator and let the car slow

    Good tires and lower speed on wet roads prevent hydroplaning.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 38

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  6. Question 6 of 20

    Under Georgia's Move Over law, what do you do when passing a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights?

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    Answer: Move over a lane if safe; otherwise slow below the limit and be ready to stop

    It also covers sanitation and utility service vehicles; the first offense fine is up to $500.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 18

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  7. Question 7 of 20

    May you drive or park in a bike lane?

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    Answer: No, except to cross it to turn

    When crossing a bike lane to turn, yield to bicyclists in it.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 43

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  8. Question 8 of 20

    What can passing a stopped school bus cost in Georgia?

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    Answer: Up to a $1,000 fine and up to 6 points

    It requires a court appearance, and drivers under 21 lose their license.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 44

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  9. Question 9 of 20

    You cannot change lanes to pass a bicycle. How fast may you pass?

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    Answer: At least ten mph under the limit or 25 mph, whichever is more, with three feet of space

    If possible, change into a lane not next to the bicycle; violations cost up to $250.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 43

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  10. Question 10 of 20

    Where may bicyclists legally ride in Georgia?

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    Answer: On every road except interstates and limited-access highways

    They may use the full lane and are not required to use a bike lane.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 42

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  11. Question 11 of 20

    Driving on a snowy or icy road, how should you brake?

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    Answer: Gently, slowing down gradually; never brake suddenly

    Test your brakes gently when you first enter the road, and keep extra distance.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 39

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  12. Question 12 of 20

    What is the minimum legal space for passing a bicyclist in Georgia?

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    Answer: 3 feet

    Leave plenty of room in case the rider swerves around a pothole.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 42

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  13. Question 13 of 20

    Where are car-motorcycle crashes most likely?

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    Answer: At intersections

    Usually a car driver does not see the motorcycle and turns into its path.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 43

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  14. Question 14 of 20

    A motorcycle's turn signal is flashing. What should you do?

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    Answer: Wait to be sure the rider is turning before you proceed

    Many motorcycle signals do not cancel on their own.

    Handbook: Section 9, p. 43

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  15. Question 15 of 20

    What does a steady yellow light warn you of?

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    Answer: The light is changing from green to red

    Slow down and prepare to stop.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 34

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  16. Question 16 of 20

    What does a steady red light mean?

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    Answer: Stop completely before the crosswalk or intersection and wait for green

    Right turns on red are allowed after a full stop unless a sign prohibits them.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 34

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  17. Question 17 of 20

    You must stop or slow down suddenly. What does Georgia law require?

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    Answer: Give a hand, arm or brake-light stop signal

    Drivers behind you need a warning when you slow down.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 23

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  18. Question 18 of 20

    Which children must ride in a child restraint suited to their height and weight?

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    Answer: Children under eight

    Taxis and public transit are exempt; the restraint must meet federal standard 213.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 24

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  19. Question 19 of 20

    What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

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    Answer: You may turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians

    Oncoming traffic still has a green light.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 34

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  20. Question 20 of 20

    What does a flashing yellow light mean?

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    Answer: Slow down and proceed with caution

    You do not have to stop, but take care.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 34

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